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CONSTRUCT Launches a New Mobile App Sponsored by Firestone Building Products

by PRISM | Aug 30, 2017

“Accessing critical show information while you’re on the go has never been easier. By downloading the free mobile app, you can quickly view the CONSTRUCT floor plan, exhibitor details, educational sessions and more from any web-enabled mobile device,” said Sylvia Wofford, CONSTRUCT Marketing Manager. “The easy-to-use interactive capabilities and real-time event communications will make your CONSTRUCT experience more enjoyable than ever, so download as soon as you can.”

ASLA to Host Security Design Panel on Facebook Live

by PRISM | Aug 29, 2017

The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) will host an Aug. 31 panel of landscape architects via Facebook Live to discuss the security design of public places. In view of recent tragic events in Charlottesville, Barcelona and London, the panel will examine the urgent need to ensure the public’s safety on public, government and institutional properties. Key design goals and challenges will also be addressed from various angles, with a special focus on how to provide an adequate balance between addressing threats and the beauty of the public realm.

Neil deGrasse Tyson to Close Greenbuild 2017

by PRISM | Aug 28, 2017

“Greenbuild has become the defining moment each year for the green building world to convene, and it’s a place where the future of our movement is shaped,” said Mahesh Ramanujam, president and CEO, USGBC. “Dr. Tyson’s clarity and wit as a respected science expert will challenge and invigorate our community to address the many serious issues affecting the environment and our world today.”

Arup Principal Jon Hurt joins Engineers Without Borders USA Board of Directors

by PRISM | Aug 24, 2017

Hurt noted, “From students to seasoned professionals, engineers are fantastic resource, and this is a fantastic opportunity for us to make a lasting, positive impact on developing communities. EWB-USA is a unique organization that’s crossing the boundaries between the AEC industries and humanitarian organizations and NGOs. I’m honored to join the board of such a progressive organization.”

WoodWorks Hosts Free Mid-Atlantic Wood Solutions Fair

by PRISM | Aug 24, 2017

The Wood Solutions Fair is intended for architects, engineers, developers, code officials and anyone else interested in wood’s exciting design possibilities (in building types that include commercial, industrial, mid-rise/multi-family, schools, restaurants, and others).

Measuring the carbon footprint of buildings in a simple way

by PRISM | Aug 24, 2017

Thanks to a new ISO standard, determining and reporting a carbon metric of an existing building, associated with the operation of the building, will become easier and will help reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

World Architecture Festival 2017 – 24 American projects in the running for top architecture prizes

by PRISM | Aug 23, 2017

Widely regarded as the Oscars of architecture world, WAF provides the chance to win a global architectural accolade, and the festival opens the door to international media coverage, peer and client recognition, and the potential for exciting new commissions all over the world.

Glulam connections fire test report now available

by PRISM | Aug 23, 2017

Arup, D.R. Johnson, MyTiCon and the Softwood Lumber Board partnered to complete three full-scale fire tests for glulam beam to column connectors. The fire tests were loaded to simulate typical building conditions.

Anaha at Ward Village in Honolulu debuts Hawaii’s largest living green wall

by PRISM | Aug 22, 2017

Ward Village is Hawaii’s only LEED-ND Platinum-Certified project, and the largest neighborhood development in the country to receive such a prestigious certification. The community was recently named “Best On-the Boards Mixed Use Project” and “Best Community Site Plan” at the 54th Annual Gold Nugget Awards presented by PCBC, the largest annual homebuilding trade show in the Western United States.

AAMA now scheduling instructor accreditation classes for InstallationMasters® programs

by PRISM | Aug 22, 2017

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) currently is planning instructor training classes for the InstallationMasters program. Those interested in becoming accredited instructors are encouraged to contact the association now, so that as many schedules as possible may be accommodated.

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CONSTRUCT Launches a New Mobile App Sponsored by Firestone Building Products

ASLA to Host Security Design Panel on Facebook Live

Neil deGrasse Tyson to Close Greenbuild 2017

Arup Principal Jon Hurt joins Engineers Without Borders USA Board of Directors

WoodWorks Hosts Free Mid-Atlantic Wood Solutions Fair

Measuring the carbon footprint of buildings in a simple way

World Architecture Festival 2017 – 24 American projects in the running for top architecture prizes

Glulam connections fire test report now available

Anaha at Ward Village in Honolulu debuts Hawaii’s largest living green wall

AAMA now scheduling instructor accreditation classes for InstallationMasters® programs